Ohio Nursing Home Administrator Practice Exam

What level of certification does a food service manager need?

1. Level 1

2. Level 2

3. Level 3

4. Level 4

The correct answer is: Level 2

A food service manager in a nursing home setting typically needs to have achieved a Level 2 certification. This level demonstrates a foundational understanding of food safety, nutrition, and the specific regulatory requirements necessary for operating a food service environment within a healthcare facility. Level 2 certification ensures that the individual can effectively oversee food service operations, maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, and manage a staff of food service workers. The other levels of certification may pertain to different roles or more advanced specializations within food service management. For example, Level 1 may focus on basic food safety principles, while Levels 3 and 4 could involve advanced management techniques or specialized areas within food service management that are not typically required for all food service managers overseeing nursing home operations.